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1 spring /SUMMER COURSECATALOGAPRIL 2018 through SEPTEMBER 2018 REGISTRATION START DATES February 3 | 8am Residents Lake Miona Recreation Center & OnlineFebruary 12 General PublicNew courses begin APRIL 22www DistrictGov orgTABLE OF CONTENTSOur Story, Mission, Purpose, & Vision 36 Key Factors of Community Education for Students 3 FAQ s 4 Aquatics 5 Art 5 - 8 Crafts

2 8 Culinary 9 - 10 Dance 10 - 12 Genealogy 12 Health & Wellness 12 History 12 - 13 Hobby 13 Language 13 - 14 Literature 15 Music 15 - 16 Philosophy & Psychology

3 17 Sports 17 - 18 Technology 18 - 19 Travel 19 Registration Information 20 - 22 Registration Locations 23 Registration Form 24 OUR STORYThe Villages Community Development Districts Recreation Department has been directed by the Village Center Community Development District Board to establish and create a new division of lifestyle services that focuses on community education and enrichment This new program will provide and operate fee based extra-curriculum courses.

4 The Enrichment Academy will offer a variety of courses that will enhance and expand learning opportunities for our students It will complement the existing resident led lifestyle volunteer and recreation services offered in the recreation centers, and provide even more choices to fulfill our residents passion for learning. OUR MISSION Committed in helping stimulate and empower participants to learn new skills and become fulfilled in learning through knowledge, mastery, and growth. OUR PURPOSE To provide and preserve community enrichment and the active lifestyle in The Villages community, Florida s Friendliest Hometown . OUR VISION To create a dynamic personal enrichment culture that meets individual participants needs, while being a cornerstone for learning. 6 KEY FACTORS OF COMMUNITY EDUCATION FOR STUDENTSThe Enrichment Academy team welcomes you to a world of fun, friendships and learning!

5 Our team of recreation staff is here to help you explore the variety of services and facilities we offer to enhance your active lifestyle in Florida s Friendliest Hometown . Students are self-directed. (They know what they want to learn.) They are learners who utilize their own knowledge and experience in the classroom. They are goal-oriented. They look at the relevancy of each class topic. (They align the relevancy with their own personal objectives.) They are practical. (They interject real life situations in the classroom.) They encourage collaboration in the group. (They appreciate the opportunity to share their real life situations, their goals and their personal objectives.)NEVER STOP LEARNING, KEEP ON GROWING!How do I become considered as an Instructor? COURSE Instructors provide leadership as an adjunct instructor to teach a COURSE that fulfills an educational, social, recreational, emotional or physical need to participants of The Enrichment Academy All prospective COURSE instructors are required to complete a COURSE Instructor application available on our website www DistrictGov org or at any Regional Recreation Center COURSE Instructor applications are accepted year round and reviewed bi-annually How do I become considered as a Speaker?

6 Speakers are invited to present and educate a crowd on leading-edge research, historical events, innovative techniques, emerging trends, or real-life experiences All prospective speakers are required to complete a Speaker application available on our website www DistrictGov org or at any Regional Recreation Center Speaker applications are accepted year round Who do I contact about volunteering with The Enrichment Academy? We will be looking for volunteers to work with our new division to assist office staff, and will require all prospective volunteers to complete and return a Volunteer Application Applications are available at Lake Miona, La Hacienda, Eisenhower, and Rohan Recreation Centers and online at www DistrictGov org FAQ S What is a Core COURSE ?A Core COURSE is identified as a COURSE that contains, focuses and emphasizes COURSE curriculum that is academically and culturally beneficial to the students.

7 These courses teach students the foundational knowledge and skills they will need for growth Examples of these courses include writing; a foreign language; history; art; dance; science; and technology When is the program going to start? We are excited to begin our second semester in April 2018 . The kick-off for this semester will consist of core curriculum courses that will grow and expand with many other beneficial, suitable and complimentary courses planned in the future. We welcome input and suggestions as we embark on this lifestyle service that will continue to make residents dreams come true How will I register? Registration will occur at Lake Miona, La Hacienda, Eisenhower, and Rohan Recreation Centers as well as online, or by mail Is there a fee to take a COURSE ?Yes There will be a charge for courses, so we may pay our instructors and program operations Who may attend The Enrichment Academy?

8 Residents and the general public, 30 years or older, may register for our courses and programs Where will courses be held? All Enrichment Academy courses will be held at designated Recreation locations, or other approved locations Will this impact Recreation Center use? No. These programs will not affect current facility = Resident | G = General Publicwww DistrictGov orgAQUATICSINTRO TO SCUBA - Nancy DavenportThis is a participant s first step towards becoming a certified scuba diver, covering the classroom requirements, as well as pool time to learn the skills needed After class, participants will be ready to schedule an open water certification dive through the instructor or a PADI dive shop. Fees payable to instructor first day of class: $50 for books, and $50 for gear. Participants will meet in the Clearwater Room from 11am-1:30pm, and then SeaBreeze pool from 3-4 Days | Clearwater Room & SeaBreeze Sports Pool Fee: R$250 | G$256 AQU03105 Mon /Wed Apr 9 - Apr 11 11:00am - 1:30pm; 3:00 - 4:50pmAQU03106 Mon /Wed May 7 - May 9 11:00am - 1:30pm; 3:00 - 4:50pmAQU03107 Mon /Wed Jun 4 - Jun 6 11:00am - 1:30pm; 3:00 - 4:50pmAQU03108 Mon /Wed Jul 9 - Jul 11 11:00am - 1:30pm; 3:00 - 4:50pmAQU03109 Mon /Wed Aug 6 - Aug 8 11:00am - 1:30pm; 3:00 - 4:50pmAQU03110 Mon /Wed Sep 10 - Sep 12 11:00am - 1:30pm; 3:00 - 4:50pmDISCOVER SCUBA - Nancy DavenportThis COURSE explores what it is like to breathe under water A Discover Scuba Diving experience is a great way to fulfill a lifetime dream, or decide if you want to go on to become a certified diver.

9 Participants will see how scuba gear is put together and go diving in a very easy, safe four feet of water The instructor provides all gear 1 Day | SeaBreeze Sports Pool Fee: R$63 | G$69 AQU02106 Mon. Apr. 16 3:00 - 3:50pmAQU02107 Mon. May. 14 3:00 - 3:50pmAQU02108 Mon. Jul. 16 3:00 - 3:50pmAQU02109 Mon. Aug. 13 3:00 - 3:50pmAQU02110 Mon. Sep. 17 3:00 - 3:50pmSNORKELING - Nancy DavenportLearn to snorkel, or improve your skills This COURSE will cover the basics and advanced techniques, great if you are going on a cruise or teaching grandchildren All equipment is provided, or participants are welcome to bring their own 1 Day | SeaBreeze Sports Pool Fee: R$63 | G$69 AQU01106 Mon. Apr. 16 4:00 - 4:50pmAQU01107 Mon May 14 4:00 - 4:50pmAQU01108 Mon Jun 18 4:00 - 4:50pmAQU01109 Mon Jul 16 4:00 - 4:50pmAQU01110 Mon Aug 13 4:00 - 4:50pmAQU01111 Mon Sep 17 4:00 - 4:50pmARTABSTRACT PAINTING - ArrachmeWhat comes next?

10 You are still excited, the wine glass is empty and you want to learn to paint Enjoy easy step-by-step methods to develop your own personal style Supplies required Finish a Painting Not a craft class Call Instructor 828-230- 6613. Different topic each class date. No experience Day | Lake Miona, Stars and Stripes Fee: R$50 | G$56 ART15106 Tue May 8 (Splash & Bounce) 12:00 - 4:30pmART15107 Tue Jun 5 (The Basic Formula) 12:00 - 4:30pmADULT BEGINNING SWIM LESSONS - Don SheppardThis COURSE is for those who have fear of the water or can swim a little The COURSE will help participants overcome fear of the water and begin basic swim skills (freestyle) Students need to bring a towel, goggles, and a swim cap to class Please wear a bathing suit You may want to bring a thermal swim shirt to keep warm 6 Days | SeaBreeze Sports Pool Fee: R$55 | G$61 AQU04107 Apr.